Getting from the Airport to Casa Aliona
Puerto Vallarta International Airport is just 6 miles away — here's how to arrive stress-freePuerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) is one of Mexico's most manageable airports, and getting from the terminal to Villa Casa Aliona in Amapas is straightforward. The drive is about 6 miles and takes 20–30 minutes — the hillside roads are scenic but unhurried, so sit back and enjoy the first views of the bay. Here are your transport options:
Authorized Airport Taxi
The easiest and most recommended option. Look for the official booth with set-fare charts in the Arrivals lobby. Pay inside the terminal for peace of mind. Accepts pesos, USD, or credit card.
~400–500 MXN to AmapasPre-booked Private Transfer
Meet-and-greet service with a name sign at arrivals. Air-conditioned, door-to-door with help loading luggage. Best for families or late-night arrivals. Price is per vehicle not per person — great value for groups.
$45–65 USD for up to 3 peopleCity Bus
Unibuspv runs every 10 minutes from just outside the terminal. Very affordable but requires a transfer and comfort navigating locally. Takes 35–55 minutes.
~25–50 MXNRental Car
All major agencies are at the airport. Useful for day trips to Sayulita or the Botanical Gardens. Note: Amapas streets are steep and narrow — choose a smaller vehicle.
From ~$35 USD per dayAs you pass through Customs, people will approach offering free rides or asking Taxi — these are timeshare promotion agents. Ignore them and walk directly to the official taxi booth with posted fare charts inside the Arrivals lobby.
Once at the villa, Uber and local taxis are readily available for getting around PV. The orange public buses (around 12 MXN) run along the main coastal road and are a great way to reach Zona Romantica, the Malecon, and Centro without the hassle of parking.
The scenic drive down into Amapas from Highway 200 winds through lush hillside streets with glimpses of the bay — a beautiful introduction to what awaits from the villa's terrace.